To celebrate the book’s release the digital version is being offered at the special discounted price of 99 cents, now through February 17th, 2018.

And this is cool:

In addition, you’re invited to come along on a virtual treasure hunt visiting some of the places featured in the novel. To help you along your journey, we’re giving away a few prizes, too. So how ’bout them apples?

Today’s stop is:

Brigshank

This tiny river town has little to offer in the way of industry or services. It exists merely as a place for weary river travelers to dock for the night. Many choose to sleep on their boats rather than venture ashore. Most of the houses are flimsy wooden affairs with broken roof tiles and at least one boarded up window. There is no proper inn to speak of.

Lying on the northern side of the Fallowing, it is beyond the the protection of the emperor and the Brigshankers seem to prefer it that way. The few carpenters and fishermen who live here make a decent enough living and are not in any hurry to see any of their meager wealth fo to fill the emperor’s coffers.

One would think bandits or the wildmen to the north might be a problem, but apparently Brigshank is too poor for either group to bother with. Or it could be that the residents have ties to one or both of those groups that outsiders are unaware of. Whatever the case, Brigshank remains a forgotten little rundown village and the residents intend to keep it that way.

We hope you enjoyed this little glimpse into the world of Arinn. If this taste has you curious, be sure to check out the full length novel set in this world.

This unique tale is not your typical fantasy novel, Yes, you’ll find monsters, dungeons, harrowing escapes, magic portals, a humor, an ancient artifact, and much more but above all This is the story about the importance of family, faith, and the courage to do the right thing.

Here’s the official teaser:

The Last Motley

Motleys. Candy-colored creatures with dark powers to drain the souls of men. That’s what Roderick always thought. Until he met one. Now he’s not so sure. But with seemingly everyone in the province hunting the motley down, he must quickly decide which side he’s on.

Is the motley the living nightmare the legends say? Or just a child cursed by magic? Should Roderick save him from an awful fate, or turn him in? Either way, it seems like everyone wants to make sure that this will indeed be the last motley.

Be one of the first to read this unique and original fantasy novel, available now for the first time in digital format at the following online locations:

Treasures along the way

As you follow along on this virtual tour of Arinn, be sure to enter the giveaway to make your journey a little easier. Maybe you’ll be one of the ones to find treasure at journey’s end.

Here’s what we’re giving away:

A lovely leather journal, an autographed copy of The Last Motley, and a coloring book from the Chronicles of Narnia

You can use the journal to record your travels, the novel as your guide, and the coloring book to, well…for those rainy days when you’re stuck in the inn!

PLEASE NOTE: By entering the giveaway you agree to receive occasional email updates about DJ Edwardson’s releases, sales and book reviews. He will not share your email for any reason and you can unsubscribe at any time. Entries accepted until February 23rd.

Now if you’re feeling especially adventurous…

There is a separate giveaway for the truly dedicated treasure hunters among you. All you have to do is collect ALL TWELVE location names on the tour (e.g. if this were for Middle-earth the answers might be Rivendell, The Shire, Mordor, Gondor, etc – basically we’re looking for the names of the places featured on each of the maps at every stop).

You will be entered in a drawing to win this one-of-a-kind poster of the World of Arinn. Measuring 36″X24″ it is nearly movie poster size, printed on thick, glossy paper, and suitable for framing. In addition, the map will be signed by the author. This is a prize you won’t find anywhere else!

(actual photo) It’s even more impressive in person. It’s huge!

You will not be added to the email list for this drawing. Entries accepted until February 23rd as well.

Winners for both contests will be contacted within three days of the closing of the contests.

The journey continues…

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Rachael Ritchey is the author of young adult fiction. Her clean but real and true-to-self writing reflects qualities of courage and hope with daring adventure and sweet romance that almost anyone can enjoy. Rachael lives in Spokane, WA with her husband, kids, and their dog named Hashtag.